Bitcoin rallied more than 3% on Monday, climbing to its highest level in nearly three weeks, as markets responded to a sharp decline in the U.S. dollar triggered by rising concerns over the independence of the Federal Reserve. By 02:31 ET (06:31 GMT), Bitcoin rose 3.2% to $87,518.0, recovering nearly …
Read More »Financial Markets’ Weekly Recap: Global Markets Navigate Tariff Tensions and Monetary Policy Shifts
Global financial markets this week grappled with heightened volatility driven by U.S. tariff policies, monetary policy adjustments, and geopolitical developments. U.S. equities saw mixed performance, with the S&P 500 down 1.5% and the Nasdaq falling 2.6%, pressured by semiconductor export restrictions. The bond market offered some stability, though 10-year Treasury …
Read More »Five Questions About Trump’s Desire To Fire Fed Chair
The recent escalation of President Donald Trump’s feud with the Federal Reserve Chair has raised significant questions about the independence of the Federal Reserve, the potential economic consequences of such a move, and the legal grounds for removing a Fed chair. Here are five critical questions surrounding Trump’s desire to …
Read More »Euro Gains Ground Amid Dollar Weakness Driven by Trade Tensions and Fed Uncertainty
The Euro (EUR) has edged higher against the US Dollar (USD) in subdued trading conditions due to the Good Friday holiday, currently trading around 1.139, a 0.28% increase. While the pair has yet to decisively breach the 1.14 threshold, the prevailing market sentiment continues to exert pressure on the US …
Read More »Noor Capital | Mohammed Hashad Interview on Dubai TV – April 17, 2025
Amid ascending warnings that the ongoing trade war could lead to a recession, Mohammed Hashad, Chief Strategist at Noor Capital and Member of the American Association of Technical Analysts, commented on the latest developments in markets and key financial assets during an interview on Dubai TV.As markets anticipate the European …
Read More »Is China Withdrawing From US Treasuries?
While Chinese investors are increasingly diversifying away from US Treasuries toward European and other assets, driven by trade war uncertainties and attractive yields elsewhere, there is no evidence of a large-scale Chinese withdrawal from the US bond market. The gradual reduction in China’s Treasury holdings reflects a strategic reallocation rather …
Read More »Bitcoin Rises as Hopes for U.S. Trade Negotiations Lift Risk Appetite; Altcoins Rally
Bitcoin climbed on Thursday, rebounding from Wednesday’s lows as investors welcomed signs of possible trade de-escalation between the U.S. and major partners like Japan and China. Meanwhile, hawkish comments from Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell added a dose of caution but did little to dent the rebound in crypto markets. …
Read More »Oil Prices Jump Over 3% on U.S.-EU Trade Hopes, New Iran Sanctions
Oil prices surged more than 3% on Thursday, marking their strongest daily gain in weeks, as optimism over a potential U.S.-European Union trade deal and fresh U.S. sanctions on Iran stoked concerns about future supply constraints. Brent crude futures settled $2.11 higher, or 3.2%, at $67.96 a barrel West Texas …
Read More »Market Drivers – US Session: Dollar Bounces Back as Markets Navigate Global Tensions and Policy Debates
The U.S. dollar caught a breather on Thursday, finding some relief despite fluctuating risk sentiment in global markets. Investors turned their focus to renewed tensions between political leadership and the Federal Reserve, with calls for lower interest rates and criticism of the Fed’s current stewardship stirring the financial landscape. These …
Read More »Market Movers: S&P 500 Climbs, Dow Falters Amid Corporate Shifts
The stock market painted a mixed picture on Thursday, April 17, 2025, as the S&P 500 fought to recover from recent losses, gaining 0.8% in volatile trading. The Nasdaq Composite followed suit, inching up 0.4% after fluctuating throughout the day. However, the Dow Jones Industrial Average stumbled, shedding 300 points …
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